GUNPOWDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Gunpowder Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Baltimore County Public Schools school district, located in Baltimore, MD with about 620 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 35 teachers, Gunpowder Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Gunpowder Elementary School, located in the Parkville area of Baltimore County, Maryland, is a public elementary school serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) system, the school is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational literacy, mathematics, and social-emotional growth. The school community prides itself on creating a welcoming atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential through a diverse curriculum and active engagement in the learning process.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Gunpowder Elementary maintains a strong focus on community involvement and parental partnership, which are central to its operational philosophy. The school leverages its location on Holiday Manor Road to serve its immediate neighborhood, providing students with various extracurricular opportunities and programs designed to promote character development and lifelong learning. By prioritizing both high academic standards and a nurturing school culture, Gunpowder Elementary strives to prepare its young learners for success in their future educational endeavors.

For more information, contact Gunpowder Elementary at (410) 887-5121 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.